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Sony DVP-NC800H

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$130

Summary: A progressive-scan 5-disc DVD player with pseudo-HD upconversion.

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Type: Progressive-scan multidisc players

About - Sony DVP-NC800H
The Sony DVP-NC800H is part of the Blu-ray & DVD player test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, DVD player models like the DVP-NC800H are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Film DVD at 480p: Scores of this picture-quality test indicate the sharpness and detail of images on HDTVs when the unit plays prerecorded film-based DVDs (most movies) at 480p video resolution. Video DVD at 480p: Scores of this picture-quality test indicate the sharpness and detail of images on HDTVs when the unit plays video-based DVDs (many prerecorded TV series compilations or concert videos, and home recordings) at 480p video resolution. Film DVD at 480i: Scores of this picture-quality test indicate the sharpness and detail of images on regular TVs when the unit plays film-based DVDs (most movies) at 480i resolution.

About - Sony DVP-NC800H

The Sony DVP-NC800H is part of the Blu-ray & DVD player test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, DVD player models like the DVP-NC800H are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Film DVD at 480p:: Scores of this picture-quality test indicate the sharpness and detail of images on HDTVs when the unit plays prerecorded film-based DVDs (most movies) at 480p video resolution.
Video DVD at 480p:: Scores of this picture-quality test indicate the sharpness and detail of images on HDTVs when the unit plays video-based DVDs (many prerecorded TV series compilations or concert videos, and home recordings) at 480p video resolution.
Film DVD at 480i:: Scores of this picture-quality test indicate the sharpness and detail of images on regular TVs when the unit plays film-based DVDs (most movies) at 480i resolution.

About This Brand
Sony is a top-tier consumer electronics manufacturer in many product categories and has a broad selection of Blu-ray products, including 3D-capable models. It was one of the first manufacturers to offer a Google TV-powered Blu-ray player with full Web browsing capability. Its PlayStation 3 game console, which includes an integrated Blu-ray disc drive, has recently been updated to play 3D Blu-ray content.

About This Brand

Sony is a top-tier consumer electronics manufacturer in many product categories and has a broad selection of Blu-ray products, including 3D-capable models. It was one of the first manufacturers to offer a Google TV-powered Blu-ray player with full Web browsing capability. Its PlayStation 3 game console, which includes an integrated Blu-ray disc drive, has recently been updated to play 3D Blu-ray content.

Features & Specs - Sony DVP-NC800H
Video upconversion Can upconvert standard DVDs from 480i or 480p to 720p, 1080i, and for some models 1080p. Note that upconversion does not produce a true HD picture. Video upconversion	Yes
HDMI output HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a relatively new form of digital audio/video connection found on TVs, monitors, Blu-ray players, DVD players, receivers, cameras and digital TV tuners. HDMI has become the preferred connection method instead of component, etc., as it carries audio and video signals on the same cable. HDMI supports a range of standard- and high-definition video formats, although it can vary for each product. HDMI supports up to eight channels of uncompressed, 24-bit/192kHz audio. HDMI version 1.3, doubled the bandwidth of its predecessor (HDMI 1.2), and added support for 30-, 36- and 48-bit color depth and a new "xvYCC" color standard, as well as the new Dolby True HD and DTS-HD Master lossless audio formats (See "Dolby True HD" and "DTS-HD Master Audio") used in Blu-ray discs. HDMI version 1.4 added full support for 3D television, an audio return path, and ethernet network connection. Some Blu-ray discs, in order to be viewed in high-definition, will require that the Blu-ray player and the HDTV/display be connected using an HDMI cable as a copy-protection measure. HDMI allows content providers to limit the quality of the component video outputs, and your ability to record the content. HDMI output	Yes
Coaxial digital-audio out Digital-audio outputs are important only if your home-theater system lacks HDMI connections. As an alternative, you can pipe the digital audio signals--both stereo and multichannel--from the Blu-ray or DVD player, or television set-top box into a digital receiver. Coaxial digital audio interconnect, also called SPDIF cable, sends digital audio signals over a coaxial cable. This coaxial cable is the same as a composite-video cable -- both use common RCA connectors. Digital-audio, via coax or optical, supports multichannel Dolby Digital and DTS audio, but not the more advanced formats available over HDMI. When choosing your Blu-ray or DVD player, consider the models that have the outputs to match the inputs on your digital receiver or external, digital decoder. All Blu-ray and DVD players have digital audio outputs--coaxial, optical, or both. Coaxial digital-audio out	Yes
Optical digital-audio out Digital-audio outputs are important if you plan to pipe digital audio signals--both stereo and multichannel--from the DVD player into a home-theater system's digital receiver. Optical digital audio interconnects, also called Toslink cables, send digital audio signals as pulses of light rather than through copper wires. Like digital coax, optical cables support multichannel Dolby Digital and DTS audio. Most optical cables use the small, squarish Toslink connector, but there's also a smaller mini optical connector, which looks a lot like a standard 1/8-inch mini-plug. When choosing your DVD player, consider the models that have the outputs to match the inputs on your digital receiver or external, digital decoder. All DVD players have digital audio outputs--coaxial, optical, or both. Optical digital-audio out	Yes
Multichannel analog audio decoder For a DVD player with built-in decoding of Dolby Digital or DTS multichannel audio (necessary for full enjoyment of multichannel audio soundtracks if your receiver lacks this capability), these outputs may be connected to the multichannel inputs of your receiver or integrated amplifier. High-definition DVD players may also offer decoding of Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True-HD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, and DTS-HD Master Audio -- four technically more advanced types of multi-channel audio that may be available on high-definition videodiscs. Multichannel analog audio decoder	No
Universal remote Controls not only its accompanying device but also other components, such as TVs of various brands. Universal remote	Yes
Screen saver Over time, long-term pausing of movies or displaying the player's menu or logo may cause parts of those images to "burn" into the screen, potentially resulting in permanent damage. A screen saver substitutes a moving image whenever the screen image is motionless for a long period. Screen saver	Yes
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General Information
Manufacturer	Sony Corporation
Manufacturer Website Address	www.sony.com
Product Model	DVP-NC800H/B
Product Name	DVP-NC800H/B DVD Player
Product Type	DVD Player

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Anonymous

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Austin, TX

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Quit Reading DVDs

5/17/2011

Pros

Cons

Flimsy Construction

Best Uses

Comment:

I purchased this DVD player based on CR's recommendation. While we had it, we had the problem of DVDs floating inside and not staying in place. Unfortunately, like so many others, mine quit reading DVDs just one month after the end of the warranty. Repair was going to cost more than a new player. We were very disappointed.

Anonymous

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(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Do not recommend

8/10/2010

Pros

Attractive Design

Easy To Set Up

Easy To Use

Cons

Flimsy Construction

Inconsistent

Slow To Load

Best Uses

Comment:

Player only lasted just beyond warrenty. Then it would no longer load discs. Sony wants more than a new one to repair/replace. This is the second unit for us to have this type of failure. If you buy it, make sure you buy an extended warranty because it definately will not last.

Anonymous

from

Omaha, NE

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Total Disappointment...

3/11/2010

Pros

Cons

Flimsy Construction

Slow To Load

Best Uses

Comment:

Worst DVD player I've ever owned and I've owned many. The biggest problem is that the DVDs don't stay in the tray. They will float all over the place. I've even had to remove them from underneath the tray by taking the cover off. DVDs are slow to load and the player freezes frequently under heavy use. I do not recommend this player.

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